The Lions of Tamale had their eyes on the prey, and once they pounced, there was little escape. Tamale Senior High School (SHS) tore through sister school Kalpohin SHS and Wenchi Methodist SHS in the Preliminary stage, turning what began as a close contest into a commanding victory to book their place in the One-Eighth stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).
Tamale SHS, a school from the Northern Region, stunned their opponents with a dominant performance, outscoring Kalpohin SHS and Wenchi Methodist SHS in the Preliminary stage. The school's victory marked a significant milestone in their journey to the top of the quiz competition.
The Opening Round: A Close Contest
The opening round offered little between Tamale SHS and Kalpohin SHS, with just two points separating the sister schools. Tamale SHS led 19-17, while Wenchi Methodist had nine points. This close contest set the stage for what was to come in the subsequent rounds.
The Turning Point: Tamale SHS Takes the Lead
But the Lions began pulling away in Round Two, adding 18 points to reach 37 points, while Kalpohin SHS moved to 19 points and Wenchi Methodist to 11 points. This marked a significant turning point in the competition, as Tamale SHS began to assert their dominance over their opponents.
The True or False Segment: A Perfect Run
The Lions also produced a perfect run in the True or False segment, answering all eight questions correctly to claim the Jupay Clean Sheet Prize. This impressive feat showcased the school's exceptional knowledge and skills in the area of science and maths.
The Final Round: A Dominant Performance
The final round simply confirmed their dominance as the Lions added six points to finish on 68 points, leaving Kalpohin on 41 points and Wenchi Methodist on 30 points. The final scores sent the Tamale camp into jubilation, with contestants and supporters celebrating a victory that had grown from a narrow two-point lead into a 27-point winning margin.
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz is produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by the Ghana Education Service with support from Goil Plc, Prudential Life Insurance, Pepsodent, Trustur AI, and Jupay Money Transfer. The competition is a prestigious event that brings together the best of the best in the field of science and maths from across the country.
As Tamale SHS heads on to meet stronger contenders on the One-Eighth stage, the excitement is palpable. The school's victory is a testament to their hard work and dedication to the pursuit of academic excellence. With their sights set on the top prize, the Lions of Tamale are ready to take on whatever challenges come their way.
Source: Joy Online
